20 Fun Fruit Crafts for Kids

Fruit-Filled Summer Fun!

Milles Studio / Stocksy United

What's better than watermelon on a hot day? Twenty different creative, clever, and cute fruit-inspired crafts to make with your kids all summer long! Pick your favorite fruits, whip out the craft supplies, and get making this season (and don't forget the watermelon for an in-between craft snack!)

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Watermelon Frisbee Flyers

Make and Takes

Make sure you're in good shape for this one; this watermelon frisbee flyer will have you running all over the yard for hours. Frisbee is such a fun way to spend a summer afternoon, and why not make it a bit sweeter with an adorable watermelon design?

Pinecone Pineapples

Tiffany's Tidings

It's all in the name—PINEcone PINEapples! This craft is so clever, we wish we'd thought of it first! Make adorable mini pineapple decorations with pinecones from the yard; it's the perfect summer adaptation of an autumn classic.

DIY Fruit Fans

The Idea Room

Every summer, there comes a point when you just can't stand the heat any longer and a nice air-conditioned room starts to sound better than hanging out in the yard. Make sure you don't miss out on any time in the great outdoors this summer with these super cute fruit pattern fans!

Pineapple Necklace Kids' Craft

Raising Whasians

This super sweet necklace is easy as pie(-napple) to make with your little ones. Gather together multi-sized yellow buttons, maybe from an old button collection or at your local craft store, to make this uber creative and summery necklace.

Hanging Citrus Fruit Paper Craft

Buggy and Buddy

It's way too early to say "deck the halls," but maybe try hanging these fun and seasonally appropriate citrus baubles around your home this summer. They make for wonderful party decorations or just for an extra summery feel in the house, and your kids will love making them.

Handprint Pineapple Keepsake

Glued to My Crafts

A fun craft that doubles as a keepsake of your little ones' handprints? Sign us up! As your babies keep on getting older it's important to document both the memories and how little they used to be; use this craft as a way to recall fun summer memories with the whole family.

Crochet Watermelon Coasters

Make and Takes

This craft is totally functional and also makes for a great introduction to crochet and other needlework for young kids. This cute watermelon coaster makes for the perfect party accessory for cold drinks on a hot summer day.

Wine Cork Cherry Stamp Activity

Crafty Morning

We're always excited about crafts that help save the planet, and everyone knows wine corks are great art tools. Recycle old corks and use them for this easy stamping activity to make sweet cherry crafts.

Fruit Tree Busy Bag Idea

Glued to My Crafts

If you're traveling at all this summer, this craft activity is a must-have. Long car, train, or plane rides can easily make for cranky kids, but this easy fruit-themed busy bag idea can hold their attention for a while. Easy to make and easy to bring along, this activity is definitely one to keep in your back pocket.

DIY Fruit-Inspired Mini Party Hats

Studio DIY

The crowning craft for a fruit-filled summer party, these easy mini party hats are the key. So cute, so colorful, and sure to get everyone in the summer spirit, it'll be a blast to help your kids design and assemble these sweet chapeaus.

Rainbow Fruit Mason Jar Craft

Color Made Happy

No summer craft roundup is complete without at least ONE mason jar craft. These rainbow fruit ones mix trendy with adorable in the most perfect way. Whip up a whole crowd of fun rainbow fruit mason jar friends and get the party going!